That wasn't the only hint that Hawley dropped, as he also promised that another big moment coming up will go down very well indeed with Emmerdale fans. And we reckon that has to involve something happy for Robert and his popular relationship with Aaron Dingle.

He added: "There are exciting times ahead. Later this summer, something's going to happen that I think people will be really pleased with, and probably excited and shocked. In fact, I'm massively excited about it myself.

"But will it involve Robert and Aaron getting a happy ever after? You'll just have to wait and see."

Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7pm on ITV, with an extra episode at 8pm on Thursdays.

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